Most fires in the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone are localized. This was reported by Ukrinform with reference to the statement of Acting Minister of Environment and Natural Resources Ruslan Strilets.
"Over the last two weeks, more than 30 fires have been recorded. In the last week, 5 additional fires have been recorded. To date, most of these fires have been localized. There are still small areas where burning continues," said Strilets.
According to him, currently there are no conditions that would be favorable for the spread of fires.
Strilets also commented on reports of increased cesium levels. "All increases are relative. If, for example, yesterday the level was a little lower, and today - a little higher, it does not mean that there is a threat to health," - said acting minister.
Referring to the conclusion of scientists, he noted that currently there is no threat to life and health of Ukrainians, because the concentration of cesium in the air does not exceed the maximum allowable norms.
Earlier the IAEA reported fires in the Chornobyl zone and increased concentrations of cesium.
The Chernobyl nuclear power plant and the exclusion zone have been under Russian military control since the first days of the invasion. Last week, due to damage to power lines, there was no power supply to spent fuel storage facilities, but the occupiers still allowed Ukrainian repair crews to restore power lines.